White Sox closer Matt Lindstrom (ankle) has been activated from the disabled list.

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Lindstrom suffered a torn tendon sheath in his ankle on May 19 and had to undergo surgery. Ronald Belisario was a horror show as the closer, but Jeff Petricka has been good since he took over the job. Lindstrom will probably have to earn the job back.

White Sox closer Matt Lindstrom (ankle) may need only two or three minor league rehab appearances before returning so he could be back late next week, according to mlb.com. | 07/29/2014 9:26 PM

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White Sox closer Matt Lindstrom (ankle) may need only two or three minor league rehab appearances before returning so he could be back late next week, according to mlb.com.

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Lindstrom suffered a torn tendon sheath in his ankle on May 19 and had to undergo surgery. Manager Robin Ventura said that Lindstrom probably won't go on a rehab assignment until Friday at the earliest. Ronald Belisario and Zach Putnam followed Lindstrom as Chicago's closer and Jeff Petricka has been getting save chances since Putnam went on the DL.

Matt Lindstrom to face hitters soon | 07/20/2014 12:52 PM

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Matt Lindstrom (ankle) will throw live batting practice later this week.

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Lindstrom threw another 30-pitch bullpen session Saturday and is scheduled for another side session Tuesday before then being cleared to face hitters. The reliever has made a quicker-than-expected return from May ankle surgery and is aiming to rejoin the White Sox' bullpen in early August. Lindstrom seems likely to eventually rejoin the closer gig, so stash him now if someone dropped him.

Lindstrom hopes to return in early August | 07/13/2014 9:48 AM

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Matt Lindstrom (ankle) is hoping to return in early August.

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The original timetable had Lindstrom pegged for a late August return, but he's ahead of schedule and threw a 30-pitch bullpen session Saturday. The White Sox' closer gig has been a committee since Lindstrom went down, so now is the time to stash the 34-year-old if someone dropped him. "Throwing, he looked great,'' manager Robin Ventura said of Lindstrom's bullpen session. "He's still hobbling around somewhat. He still doesn't look totally stable on his ankle as far as running around and fielding and comebackers like that. But throwing, he looks fine [and the ball] looks good coming out of his hand.''

The veteran right-hander is finally making progress in his recovery since undergoing ankle surgery in May. He will throw another bullpen session over the All-Star break, and if all continues to go well, he could be cleared for a minor league rehab assignment at some point next two weeks.

It's the first time he's thrown from the bump since May ankle surgery. The White Sox are hoping Lindstrom will be ready to rejoin their bullpen by late August.

Matt Lindstrom one week ahead of schedule | 06/30/2014 10:56 PM

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Matt Lindstrom is considered one week ahead of schedule in his recovery from left ankle surgery.

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Lindstrom has been undergoing acupuncture and laser treatments, which has sped up the healing process. The White Sox had been hoping he could return on September 1, but perhaps now he'll be back in August. "I'm pretty optimistic about it," Lindstrom said. "I've already played catch without the boot on three or four times. It feels pretty good. I'm excited to get going and I tried to do whatever I could the last month once I got that cast off to speed up the healing process a little bit with those different types of treatments."

Lindstrom has stitches removed from ankle | 06/09/2014 5:58 PM

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Matt Lindstrom has had the stitches removed from his surgically-repaired left ankle.

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Lindstrom had surgery last month to repair a tendon sheath in his ankle. The team is hoping he'll be able to return by September 1, but he's hoping to make it back sooner. Either way, he's not close to pitching.

Ankle surgery to cost Lindstrom three months | 05/21/2014 7:54 PM

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Matt Lindstrom is expected to miss three months after surgery to repair a tendon sheath in his left ankle.

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It sounds like the old Curt Schilling "bloody sock" injury. It looks like Ronald Belisario is the White Sox's preferred choice to close with Lindstrom out, but while Belisario is better than Lindstrom, he's not an ideal ninth-inning guy. It'd be better if Daniel Webb or maybe Jacob Petricka could win the job at some point.

It's not clear yet whether the procedure is going to end Lindstrom's season. He was placed on the disabled list Tuesday after injuring his left ankle Monday while trying to field an Alcides Escobar bunt. The White Sox should provide more details on Thursday morning. Ronald Belisario and Daniel Webb seems to be the best ninth-inning candidates for Chicago moving forward.

Matt Lindstrom (ankle) placed on 15-day DL | 05/20/2014 2:05 PM

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White Sox placed RHP Matt Lindstrom on the 15-day disabled list with a tendon injury in his left ankle.

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Lindstrom suffered the injury during Monday's game against the Royals. No word on where the White Sox will go from here with the closer role, but Ronald Belisario and Daniel Webb are likely at the top of the list.

Lindstrom exits appearance with foot injury | 05/19/2014 11:24 PM

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Matt Lindstrom left Monday's appearance versus the Royals with a left foot injury.

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Lindstrom appeared to turn his ankle while trying to field an Alcides Escobar bunt. He was hobbled noticeably as he walked towards the dugout and into the clubhouse. The closer was trying to protect a one-run lead in the ninth but allowed a leadoff single before committing an error on the Escobar bunt. The White Sox should update his status shortly.

Lindstrom escapes jam vs. A's for sixth save | 05/14/2014 7:35 PM

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Matt Lindstrom put two runners on with no outs but escaped without incident, earning his sixth save in Wednesday's win over the A's.

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Lindstrom walked Jed Lowrie and allowed a Josh Donaldson single to start the frame, but he induced a Brandon Moss double play before getting Yoenis Cespedes to line out to end it. It hasn't always been a walk in the park -- in fact, it's rarely been a walk in the park -- but White Sox manager Robin Ventura keeps turning to Lindstrom with the game on the line. Fantasy owners should continue to, too.

Matt Lindstrom converts fifth save on Monday | 05/06/2014 12:06 AM

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Matt Lindstrom converted his fifth save of the season on Monday, working a scoreless 12th inning to preserve a win over the Cubs.

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The veteran right-hander did walk a man and allow a base hit, but was able to avoid any damage. He has settled into the closer's role a bit over the last two weeks, and needs to be owned in all mixed leagues until he loses the ninth-inning gig.

Matt Lindstrom converts fourth save | 05/04/2014 4:34 PM

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Matt Lindstrom nailed down his fourth save of the season with a scoreless inning in Sunday's win over the Indians.

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He allowed a two-out single to Lonnie Chisenhall, who then went to second base on a passed ball. However, Lindstrom then got Asdrubal Cabrera swinging to preserve the one-run victory. While Lindstrom has given up just two earned runs over his last 11 innings, he has a 6/6 K/BB ratio over that time. His grip on the White Sox' closer job remains a loose one.

Lindstrom escapes with the save vs. Tigers | 04/23/2014 10:21 PM

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Matt Lindstrom earned his third save of the season in Wednesday's win over the Tigers.

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Lindstrom found himself in trouble, putting the winning run on base with a walk and a single, but was able to escape the jam. Lindstrom has made things anything but comfortable pitching out of the bullpen in nine appearances to start the season.

Matt Lindstrom records second save | 04/21/2014 10:43 PM

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Matt Lindstrom picked up his second save despite giving up a hit and a walk in the ninth Monday against the Tigers.

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The Tigers ran out of lefties to use against Lindstrom after he allowed two to reach with one out, and he was able to get Rajai Davis to ground out and Ian Kinsler to fly out to end it, leaving Miguel Cabrera on deck. We don't expect Lindstrom to hold on to the White Sox's closer gig for a whole lot longer, but since he got the job done tonight, he's safe for now.

Matt Lindstrom takes third blown save | 04/17/2014 1:42 AM

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Matt Lindstrom was charged with a remarkably cheap blown save after inheriting Maikel Cleto's mess in the ninth inning Wednesday against the Red Sox.

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Cleto, who got the last out in the eighth, was going to get a chance to go for the save in the ninth, but he was pulled from a 3-2 game after walking the first two batters of the inning. Lindstrom came in and retired David Ortiz on a flyball before giving up a soft infield single and a game-tying sac fly. While he did no wrong, it was his third blown save of the young season. Lindstrom preserved the tie from there and pitched a scoreless 10th, so it was a good night for him and a setback for Cleto, who appeared set to get a chance to supplant Lindstrom in the closer's role.

Matt Lindstrom still the White Sox' closer | 04/15/2014 10:10 PM

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White Sox manager Robin Ventura said Tuesday that Matt Lindstrom remains the team's closer for the time being.

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"He's in there right now," said Ventura. "It's always been that way, where you can make a change at any time. It's tough, the job is tough. As of right now, he'd probably be going out there today." Lindstrom blew his second save of the season Sunday and holds a 5.00 ERA and 2.00 WHIP through his first five appearances. With Ronald Belisario also struggling and Nate Jones (back) on the DL, Daniel Webb or Maikel Cleto might get a shot in the ninth if Ventura eventually decides to make a move.

Lindstrom suffers second blown save Sunday | 04/13/2014 8:38 PM

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Matt Lindstrom blew his second save of the season but took the win Sunday, allowing two unearned runs against the White Sox.

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Lindstrom wasn't officially charged with an earned run but wasn't particularly strong either, giving up two straight singles following a Jose Abreu error and later letting in another run on a wild pitch. Alexei Ramirez saved his skin with a two-run homer in the bottom of the inning, but the fact remains -- Lindstrom's hold on the closer position is tenuous at best at this point.

Matt Lindstrom takes blown save, loss | 04/03/2014 6:17 PM

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Matt Lindstrom took a blown save and a loss after giving up two runs in the ninth Thursday against the Twins.

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Lindstrom was given a gift right away, with C.B. Bucknor ringing Joe Mauer up on a slider that was several inches off the plate. Lindstrom, though, needed to be spotted more than one out today. He walked Josh Willingham, gave up a game-tying single to Trevor Plouffe and then surrendered a rocket to center from Oswaldo Arcia that turned into a go-ahead triple. Lindstrom isn't really closer material in our minds, but the good news for him is that the heir apparent, Nate Jones, is off to a dreadful start. Lindstrom should keep the job for now.

Lindstrom notches save in win over Twins | 03/31/2014 7:38 PM

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Matt Lindstrom tossed a scoreless ninth inning Monday to notch a save in a season-opening win over the Twins.

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Lindstrom struck out one batter in the frame and danced around a one-out double from Chris Colabello to lock down the victory. Most expected that Nate Jones would get a chance at the closer role after the Addison Reed trade, but White Sox manager Robin Ventura wants to go with the proven veteran for now. We still think Jones will emerge before long, but Lindstrom is a must-own in all fantasy leagues at the moment.

Matt Lindstrom named closer for White Sox | 03/31/2014 1:06 PM

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White Sox manager Robin Ventura announced Monday that Matt Lindstrom will be the team's closer.

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Nate Jones was thought to have the edge going into camp and even coming out of it, but Ventura has opted for the more-experienced Lindstrom. The 34-year-old right-hander registerd a 3.12 ERA and 46/23 K/BB ratio in 60 2/3 innings last summer for Chicago and is now a must-own in fantasy leagues for the 2014 season.

Lindstrom (oblique) hopes to pitch Friday | 03/18/2014 12:10 PM

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Matt Lindstrom (oblique) hopes to make his Cactus League debut on Friday,

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The original plan called for him to pitch Wednesday, but he's still feeling a little soreness with his oblique. The veteran reliever will throw another bullpen session before getting cleared for game action.

Lindstrom (oblique) to debut on Wednesday | 03/17/2014 7:01 PM

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Matt Lindstrom (oblique) will make his Cactus League debut on Wednesday.

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It was supposed to be Tuesday, but the White Sox want to give his strained left oblique one more day of recovery time. Lindstrom should be ready for Opening Day if he avoids further physical complications.

Matt Lindstrom will return to action Tuesday | 03/15/2014 8:34 PM

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Matt Lindstrom (oblique) threw a successful side session on Saturday and will return to Cactus League action on Tuesday.

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Provided he can avoid any further setbacks, he still has enough time to get ready for Opening Day. What the injury cost him, was a chance to usurp the closer role this spring from Nate Jones who is the odds-on favorite to win the position.

Lindstrom (oblique) nearing return to games | 03/13/2014 3:29 PM

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Matt Lindstrom (oblique) is expected to return to Cactus League action on Tuesday or Wednesday.

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Lindstrom strained an oblique at the beginning of March but is almost over the injury. He threw a side session on Thursday in White Sox camp and reported no issues. The right-hander should be 100 percent by Opening Day.

"Looked like he was going pretty hard," Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago passed along. "Only a few tosses but a good sign." Lindstrom had been shut down since last Tuesday, when he had a setback with his strained oblique. There's no timetable for his return to game action, but he hasn't been ruled out for Opening Day.

Matt Lindstrom (oblique) plays catch | 03/10/2014 9:27 PM

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Matt Lindstrom (oblique) played catch Monday and went through a strenuous workout in the training room.

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Lindstrom had been shut down since last Tuesday, when he had a setback with his strained oblique. There's no timetable for his return to game action, but he hasn't been ruled out for Opening Day yet. "I'm not tentative, but I'm not real confident in it just yet," Lindstrom said. "It's one of those things where you want to fire it in there as hard as you can, but you don't want it to do what it did last time and take a step back."

Lindstrom hopes to resume throwing this week | 03/08/2014 2:41 PM

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Matt Lindstrom (oblique) hopes to resume throwing this week.

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The veteran right-hander is taking things cautiously as to avoid further injury, as he suffered a setback while trying to rush back initially. While it shouldn't impact his availability for the start of the regular season, it may not give him enough time to overthrow Nate Jones in the battle to become the team's closer.

Lindstrom aggravates oblique injury | 03/05/2014 1:23 PM

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Matt Lindstrom will rest for a few days after aggravating his oblique injury earlier this week.

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Lindstrom first suffered the injury last week. Oblique injuries are known to sideline players for weeks at a time, so the White Sox aren't going to take any chances at this point.

Lindstrom (oblique) to throw bullpener Tues. | 03/03/2014 10:59 AM

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Matt Lindstrom (oblique) is scheduled to throw a bullpen session on Tuesday in White Sox camp.

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Lindstrom needed a couple days of rest to nurse a strained oblique. He is competing with Nate Jones for Chicago's opening at closer. Jones is probably the favorite.

Matt Lindstrom throws on flat ground | 03/02/2014 12:45 PM

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Matt Lindstrom (oblique) threw on flat ground with no issues Sunday.

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It's not clear when he'll be cleared to throw off a mound, but it should be soon. Linstrom has been nursing a mild oblique strain the last few days, but it's not a long-term concern.

Matt Lindstrom not concerned about oblique | 03/01/2014 1:23 PM

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Matt Lindstrom declared Saturday that he had "zero concern" about his strained oblique.

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The veteran reliever understands that the team is proceeding with caution even though it's a minor concern. He remains optimistic though, and plans on returning to workouts as early as Sunday. He's competing with Nate Jones to open the season as the team's closer, and with his prior experience in the role could be the favorite at this point.

Matt Lindstrom to resume throwing on Saturday | 02/28/2014 6:02 PM

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Matt Lindstrom was diagnosed with a mild oblique strain and is expected to resume throwing on Saturday.

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The veteran right-hander was held out of workouts as a precautionary measure on Friday, but believes he'll have no problem getting back on the mound on Saturday. He's vying for the team's closer role this spring, and could be featured in that capacity in the beginning of the season in an effort to drive up his trade value.

Matt Lindstrom nursing oblique injury | 02/28/2014 5:49 PM

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Matt Lindstrom was scratched from a scheduled appearance Friday due to a sore oblique.

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It's not clear at this point how severe the strain is, but the White Sox figure to take it easy with him for a while. Lindstrom is in competition for the closer job this spring but is most likely to be used in a setup role if he's healthy.

Matt Lindstrom one of many save candidates | 02/16/2014 4:58 PM

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White Sox pitching coach Don Cooper noted Sunday that Matt Lindstrom, Nate Jones and Daniel Webb were the three most likely candidates to serve as the team's closer.

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Cooper was extremely impressed with Lindstrom's bullpen session on Sunday, noting specifically how well the ball came out of his hand and the life on it. While Jones is the most talented of the bunch, it wouldn't be surprising to see Lindstrom begin the season with the ninth-inning role to build up his value before flipping him in a trade mid-season.

It was that or pay him a $500,000 buyout and let him walk. Thornton posted a 3.12 ERA in 60 2/3 innings of relief this season for Chicago. The 33-year-old righty will serve as a setup man for the Pale Hose again in 2014.

Lindstrom is the kind of guy that probably stands a pretty decent chance at being moved this month. He's making just $2.8 million this season and holds a 3.47 ERA for the White Sox (though he's only struck out 33 over 46 2/3 frames). Someone might view him as an upgrade for a sixth/seventh inning role.

Lindstrom in a rut for the Pale Hose | 05/21/2013 5:41 AM

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Matt Lindstrom has allowed an earned run in three of his last five relief appearances.

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The streaky Idahoan didn't allow a run through April 20, then gave up six in his next four appearances, then was perfect in May until the 10th, when his newest batch of concerns cropped up. The 32-year-old reliever, signed to a one-year, $2.8 million contract over the winter, holds a 4.76 ERA over 17 innings. Lindstrom will continue operating out of a middle relief role.

Lindstrom's deal with Palehose is official | 01/25/2013 2:37 PM

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White Sox signed RHP Matt Lindstrom to a one-year, $2.8 million contract.

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The deal also includes a $4 million option for 2014, as well as $2.25 million in bonuses and escalators based on games finished to be paid out over the life of the contract. It's a nice little under-the-radar signing for the Palehose, as Lindstrom boasts a 2.85 ERA and 1.24 WHIP over the last two seasons.

Matt Lindstrom agrees to terms with White Sox | 01/19/2013 7:52 PM

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Jon Heyman of CBS Sports reports that free agent right-hander Matt Lindstrom has agreed to terms with the White Sox on a one-year contract.

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The deal, which is dependent on Lindstrom passing a physical, also includes an option for the 2014 campaign. The 32-year-old reliever posted a solid 2.68 ERA and 40/14 K/BB ratio over 47 innings for the Orioles and Diamondbacks in 2012, and will work in a setup role in Chicago.

Orioles among teams interested in Lindstrom | 01/01/2013 12:31 PM

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Dan Connolly of the Baltimore Sun reports that the Orioles are among the teams interested in free agent reliever Matt Lindstrom.

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The O's traded Lindstrom to the Diamondbacks in August for Joe Saunders, but they would like to bring him back. The 32-year-old right-hander posted a solid 2.68 ERA and 40/14 K/BB ratio over 47 innings this season, so they should have plenty of competition for his services.